Museum im Schloss Elisabethenburg

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About This Museum

Tucked away in the Thuringian town of Meiningen, the Museum im Schloss Elisabethenburg resides in a palace that was once the epicenter of a cultural revolution. Forget dusty relics; this museum pulses with the legacy of a duchy that punched far above its weight in the European arts scene. You'll find yourself wandering through rooms that feel frozen in time, from opulent ducal apartments to stages that launched theatrical innovations. It’s less a static collection and more an immersive journey into the ambitions of a small but mighty German court.

Collection Highlights

The heart of the collection beats with its connection to the 'Meininger' court theatre, famed for its revolutionary stage designs and historic tours. Marvel at an exquisite array of historical musical instruments, including pianos played by Liszt and Brahms, and explore deeply personal artifacts from the ducal family who made it all happen.

Visitor Information

You'll find it right at Schloßpl. 1 in Meiningen—it's hard to miss the grand baroque structure presiding over the town. Just check their website for current opening times before you go, as they can vary.

Architecture & Building

The building itself is a stately, three-winged baroque palace painted in a warm ochre hue, complete with a distinctive central tower that anchors the entire Meiningen skyline.

Contact & Location

Address: Meininger Museen, 1, Schlossplatz, Meiningen, Weidig, Kernstadt Meiningen, Meiningen, Landkreis Schmalkalden-Meiningen, Thüringen, 98617, Deutschland

Phone: +49 3693 881010

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